Celeste Barclay

4.5 Stars
A satisfying Scottish historical romance set mostly in Stirling immediately before and during the Battle of Stirling Bridge (and some in the Highlands). This book is a prequel of sorts to a long-standing saga, but it can easily be read as a stand-alone. It's a steamy but thoughtful romance between two rival clans members (the Sutherland laird and the rival Ross laird's daughter) during a turbulent time. Loved the novel so much, I can't wait to start more works from the different offshoot series.

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Leif by Celeste Barclay
Viking Glory series #1. Historical romance with erotica elements.
Leif Ivarrson just returned home but to keep his clan safe, he leaves to find his destiny.
Sigrid Torbensdottir is a seer. Her visions put her in danger from enemies that want her gift. Leif comes to her rescue and together they reach for them destiny. With their free will.

The Viking Glory series is steamy historical stories that will transport you back to the world of the ancient Norse with brave heroes and even stronger heroines. This series follow the lives and loves of five friends. Brother and sister, Leif and Freya, along with their cousin, Bjorn, and their friends Syrian and Tyra as they sail the seas and conquer hearts. It’s a fair book series where each book can be read as a stand-alone but is best read as part of the series.

Very steamy interludes between battles with enemies and visions.… (mehr)

His Highland Lass by Celeste Barclay
The Clan Sinclair series #1. Scottish Historical romance.
To avoid a feud, the Sinclairs and MacKays agree to a truce. The marriage of Alan and Mairghread is arranged but Alan soon shows his proclivities and Tristan would rather he be the groom since he’s been in love with Mairghread for years. The clans need to come to an agreement that will not harm their tentative treaty.

Mairghread was brought up knowing how to fight while still being protected by her four older brothers. She’s not going to let some loathsome man get the better of her.
I loved her spirit and willingness to help her family. And proud of her for fighting when odds seemed against her. A smart woman.
There are many sexual euphemisms that might be accurate for the times that occasionally made me giggle. Yes, it’s steamy too. With a bit of underlying humor.
I want to know more about those protective brothers.… (mehr)